"10-Point Programme of the Great Unity of the Whole Nation for the Reunification of the Country" set forth by President Kim Il Sung serves as a political programme for strengthening the driving force for Korea's reunification by the unity of the whole nation, the statement said, adding:

Kim Il Sung devoted great pains and heart and soul to the unity of the whole nation in his lifetime.

The cause of Korea's reunification desired by him is confronted with serious trials due to the south Korean conservative ruling quarters' vicious anti-DPRK confrontation moves and the war maneuvers of the U.S. and the south Korean warmongers.

The joint New Year editorial published by newspapers of the party, the army and the youth league of the DPRK clarified the stand to achieve national reunification as early as possible by the united efforts of all Koreans.

We extend full support and solidarity to the Korean people in the efforts to improve the inter-Korean relations and achieve national reconciliation and cooperation this year marking the 10th anniversary of the publication of the June 15 joint declaration.